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Great Pyrenees vs Bernese Mountain Dog

A detailed pet insurance comparison between these two popular breeds. See which one costs less to insure and has fewer health risks.

Great Pyrenees guarding sheep in a mountain pasture

Great Pyrenees

VS
Bernese Mountain Dog lying on a mountain trail

Bernese Mountain Dog

Side-by-Side Comparison

Great Pyrenees guarding sheep in a mountain pasture
Great Pyrenees
VS
Bernese Mountain Dog lying on a mountain trail
Bernese Mountain Dog
Size
giant
large
Weight
85--160 lbs
70--115 lbs
Lifespan
10--12 yrs
7--10 yrs
Health Risk Score
5/10
9/10
Monthly Insurance
$35--$70
$45--$85
Annual Claims
$900
$1,800
Exercise Needs
moderate
moderate
Grooming
moderate
moderate
Trainability
low
high
Good with Kids
Yes
Yes
Apartment Friendly
No
No

Verdict

Great Pyrenees wins with 4 advantages

Key Verdicts

Insurance Cost

Great Pyrenees — Great Pyrenees has lower average annual insurance claims, making it the more affordable breed to insure.

Health Risk

Great Pyrenees — Great Pyrenees has a lower health risk score, indicating fewer breed-specific health concerns.

Lifespan

Great Pyrenees — Great Pyrenees tends to live longer, providing more years of companionship.

Breed Summaries

Great Pyrenees guarding sheep in a mountain pasture

Great Pyrenees

giant · Working

Monthly Insurance
$35–$70
Health Risk
5/10
Lifespan
10–12 yrs
Avg. Annual Claim
$900
Full Great Pyrenees Guide →
Bernese Mountain Dog lying on a mountain trail

Bernese Mountain Dog

large · Working

Monthly Insurance
$45–$85
Health Risk
9/10
Lifespan
7–10 yrs
Avg. Annual Claim
$1,800
Full Bernese Mountain Dog Guide →

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